regime change

Regime change refers to the overthrow of a government, often by an external force, and its replacement with a new one aligned with the interests of that force. This can occur through various means, including elections, coups d'état, or revolutions. A coup d'état is a sudden, often violent, seizure of power by a small group, typically involving control of military or police elements, and usually results in a swift replacement of leaders without fundamental policy changes. Revolutions, in contrast, involve broader social, economic, and political transformations driven by larger populations. Political instability, a common precursor to regime change, can be caused by factors like economic crises, military defeats, or a lack of legitimacy for the existing government.1234